Justin Trudeau, Prince William and Prince Harry Join Forces to Honor Canadian Troops

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Prince William and Prince Harry united yesterday to honor the fallen soldiers of the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917. Trudeau, the royal brothers and their father Prince Charles gathered at Vimy Memorial Park in northern France on Sunday for a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the World War I battle.

France's president François Hollande led the ritual, which included speeches from Trudeau and Prince Charles. An estimated 20,000 Canadians were in attendance.

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Both Prince William and Prince Harry laid down a pair of boots to commemorate those who fought in battle.

The Battle of Vimy marks a significant turning point in Canadian history. Though it was led by British troops, it was mostly fought by Canadian forces. Over 10,000 were killed or wounded for the hard-earned victory.

Prince Charles commended the "strength of character" of Canada's troops.

“Canadians displayed a strength of character and commitment to one another that is still evident today. They did not waver.” pic.twitter.com/N82njeEcvh

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